Grief Observed Podcast

Grief Observed is a podcast where real people share their personal journeys through loss. Host Brad Morrell, a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in grief, guides heartfelt conversations that reveal the many ways we process and live with grief. Each episode offers comfort, insight, and connection—whether through the stories of everyday people or the wisdom of mental health professionals, funeral directors, authors, and grief experts. If you’re navigating loss, or supporting someone who is, this podcast is a companion on the road toward healing and understanding.

Episode 109 Amanda Miller (Children Dealing with Grief)

My guest today is Amanda Miller, a grief and bereavement specialist and end of life doula.  She was also on Episode 96 but wants to speak about something a little different today.  We discuss how children deal with grief.  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@guidinghanddoula Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558409677493   ______________________________________________________________________________   Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation

11-26
59:08

Episode 108 Kelly Platinum (Loss of Mother)

My guest today is Kelly Platinum. She speaks about the loss of her mother.   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kelly_platinum   __________________________________________________________________________   Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation

11-13
01:02:12

Episode 107 Louna Kadoch MSW (General Grief Talk and Perinatal Loss)

My guest today is Louna Kadoch. She is a clinical social worker who specializes in grief, perinatal loss.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/out.of.order.podcast/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louna.kadoch   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/44g5vVPUknAd4z7gb9DPYG   Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Out-Order-Child-Lori-Posluns/dp/B0FJ5QRPYQ   ______________________________________________________________________________   Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation

10-24
58:58

Episode 106 Brandi Stoldt (Loss of Husband)

My guest today is Brandi Stoldt.  She speaks about the loss of her husband, Kevin.    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@journey.with.grace2013 ______________________________________________________________________________   Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation

10-23
01:01:52

Episode 105 Dr. Willough Jenkins - Child Psychiatrist (Loss of Mother and Friend)

Today’s guest is Dr. Willough Jenkins who is a child psychiatrist in San Diego. If you missed Episode 61, I encourage you to go back and listen.  On that episode, you will hear her talk about children and grief, TikTok, and mental health myths. Today, though, we meet on more personal ground and speak about the loss of her mother as well as one of her best friends.    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drwilloughjenkins ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation

10-17
58:46

Episode 104 Sam Jensen (Loss of Daughter)

My guest today is Sam Jensen.  She speaks about her daughter’s tragic death from a hit and run incident.   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samjensen44 ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast   Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation  

10-16
52:46

Episode 103 Dolly (Autopsy Tech from TikTok)

My guest today is Dolly.  She is an autopsy tech and can be found on TikTok.   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yurlocalgothgurl ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation

09-18
59:38

Episode 102 Megan Croizer (Loss of Boyfriend)

My guest today is Megan Croizer.  She speaks about the loss of her boyfriend. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@megxcro ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation

09-13
01:01:08

Episode 101 Lara Krawchuk MSW, LCSW, MPH (Grief and Internal Family Systems)

My guest today is Lara Krawchuk.  Lara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  She is the owner and Clinical Director of Healing Concepts.  She is also faculty for the Portland Institute for Loss and Transition.  She also leads grief retreats.  On this episode, she speaks about Internal Family Systems and Grief. email: lara.healingpersepectives@gmail.com Website: www.yourhealingperspectives.com ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: LIFE LINE SCREENING Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease does NOT go away. Are you at risk of a Stroke or Cardiovascular Disease? CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to Schedule a screening today to find your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease. Life Line Screenings are easy, painless and provide peace of mind or early detection. CLICK HERE http://llsa.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2565&aff_id=2425 to see convenient locations near you. Only $159 for a package of 4 vital screenings (special package pricing 50% off), includes: Carotid Artery Screening Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Atrial Fibrillation

09-12
58:00

Episode 100 Holly Kane (Loss of a Father)

My guest today is Holly Kane. Go back and check out Episode 12/9/23 to hear her Holly’s first episode with me discussing the loss of her father.  She has always been  one of my favorite episodes and heart-touching stories. I wanted her to come back and help me celebrate EPISODE 100 with some life updates.  If her story touches you as much as it does me, send her an email of encouragement or connection!   Website: hollykane10@gmail.com ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast

09-05
48:06

Episode 99 Dr. Jerry Woodbridge (Author of Children's Grief Book)

My guest today Dr. Jerry Woodbridge is a Christian author, grief advocate, and lifelong educator with a heart for those navigating loss. She is the author of Joy Overcame Sorrow, a faith-based children’s book told from a 10-year-old’s point of view, Joy’s Journal, a companion guided journal for kids aged 9–12 and Trading My Sorrows for the Joy of the Lord, a heartfelt exploration of widowhood through a spiritual lens.  She is also an assistant professor at Liberty University!   Website: www.drjerrylwoodbridge.com ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast

09-05
01:03:02

Episode 98 Elise - The Makeup Mortician (Funeral Industry and Personal Loss)

My guest today is Elise, the Makeup Mortician.  She speaks about the funeral industry as well as how grief became personal.     TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themakeupmortician Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisekimberly1/   If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast    

08-28
01:02:24

Episode 97 Emily Tanner - Grief Coach Brave Widow (Loss of a Husband)

My guest today is Emily Tanner. She is certified as a life coach from the accredited Faith-Based Coaching Academy and as a grief recovery specialist from the Grief Recovery Method Institute.  Emily is also the founder of Brave Widow.   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bravewidow/featured Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bravewidow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brave_widow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bravewidow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at: www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast  

08-15
58:39

Episode 96 Amanda Miller (Loss of Parents)

My guest today is Amanda Miller, a grief and bereavement specialist and end of life doula.  Amanda speaks about the loss of both parents.   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@guidinghanddoula Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558409677493 ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast

08-14
59:35

Episode 95 Siobhan - Celtic Rose Doula (Hospice and Grief)

My guest today is Siobhan, otherwise known as Celtic Rose Doula.  She is a death doula for hospice care and has some personal stories to tell today.   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@celtic.rose.doula Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569938912001 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celticrosecompassionatecare/ ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast      

08-07
56:28

Episode 94 Grief Conversations with Dr. Rachel Piltch-Loeb (Author of The Millennial Caregiver)

My guest today is Dr. Rachel Piltch-Loeb PUBLIC HEALTH EXPERT, PROFESSOR, & CONSULTANT.  She is here to discuss her new book The Millennial Caregiver.   Website: https://www.rpiltchloeb.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-piltch-loeb-050a8213/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachaelpl/ ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast

07-24
01:01:33

Episode 93 Elissa Laing - Unscripted Grace (Loss of Husband)

My guest today is Elissa Laing. She is a widow, but happily remarried, and is passionate about sharing her journey of growth.   Blog: https://medium.com/@ElissaLaing TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@unscriptedgrace Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unscriptedgrace Website: www.unscriptedgrace.com Email: elissa@unscriptedgrace.com ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast  

07-18
01:03:05

Episode 92 Grief Conversations with Dr. Anna Lembke (Author of Dopamine Nation)

My guest today is Anna Lembke is professor of psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine and chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. A clinician scholar, she has published more than a hundred peer-reviewed papers, book chapters, and commentaries.    Website: https://www.annalembke.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Dopamine-Nation-Finding-Balance-Indulgence/dp/1524746746 Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/Official-Dopamine-Nation-Workbook-Indulgence/dp/0593476212 ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast

07-08
49:41

Episode 91 Jonathan Foster - Author (Loss of Daughter)

My guest today is author Jonathan Foster who is here today to speak about the loss of his daughter.   Website: https://www.jonathanfosteronline.com/ ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast

06-20
01:06:22

Episode 90 Grief Conversations with Diane Namm (Author of Children's Book, What Happens After)

My guest today is Dianne Namm.  She is a playwright, screenwriter, director, producer, and author.  She is here today to speak about her new book “What Happens After”.   Website: https://www.dianenamm.com/ Book Website: https://whathappensafter.store/ ______________________________________________________________________________ If you would like to join me on an episode, find me at:  www.facebook.com/griefobservedpodcast griefobservedpodcast@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@griefobservedpodcast Advertisement Considerations for this Episode: https://acmerlaser.com/?ref=griefobservedpodcast

06-06
50:21

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